Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru 2013 Domaine Dominique Laurent

Producer

Secret Cellar

Region

Burgundy

Grape varieties

ピノ・ノワール 100%

Charmes-Chambertin is a Grand Cru that spans the lower slopes of Gevrey-Chambertin, producing a smooth and elegant wine. The producer, Dominique Laurent, is a négociant with an unconventional background as a former pastry chef and cooper. He crafts his wines with a unique philosophy, utilizing his self-made custom barrels called "Magic Casks," a 200% new oak ratio, and no filtering or fining. 2013 was a cool year with restrained yields, resulting in a wine with fresh acidity and impressive firm fruit.

Tasting Notes

The appearance is a slightly bright ruby color. The aroma features red fruits (red cherry, raspberry) intertwined with nuances of vanilla and toasted oak, creating a delicate yet profound bouquet. On the palate, the acidity is lively, the tannins are fine-grained, and the crisp definition of the fruit is clearly felt. The finish is medium to slightly long, with pleasant lingering notes of spice and oak. With its firm structure characteristic of the cool 2013 vintage, it can be enjoyed now, but will become even smoother around 2028.

Food Pairings

• Roasted duck breast
• Mushroom risotto
• Camembert cheese

Viticulture and Vinification

• Dominique Laurent, a former pastry chef, started a luxury négociant business in Burgundy in the late 1980s.
• He owns his own cooperage (Tonnellerie) and uses custom barrels called "Magic Casks," adjusted for each cuvée.
• Employs a 200% new oak ratio (a unique method of transferring to new oak during maturation).
• Bottled unfined and unfiltered.
• Long-term barrel aging on lees.
• Minimal use of sulfur dioxide.
• Uses hand-harvested grapes.
• Gentle racking using gravity.

Grape Variety

Pinot Noir 100%

Alcohol Content

Ratings

Product Information

• Volume: 750ml
• Type: Red, Medium-bodied
• Region: France / Burgundy / Côte de Nuits / Gevrey-Chambertin (Grand Cru Charmes-Chambertin)
• Product Code: C13R20612

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